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Project Ideation
Project Ideation
1- What sustainability-related problem or need does your project address? What were you inspired by? What is/are the SDG/s you are tackling in your project? Include images and videos of similar projects.
1- What sustainability-related problem or need does your project address? What were you inspired by? What is/are the SDG/s you are tackling in your project? Include images and videos of similar projects.
Phoebe singing smelly cat before she got the smart litter box air purifier
Concept:
An air purifier system designed specifically for your cat’s litter box area. It uses sensors to detect odor levels and activates a filtration system to reduce smells, keeping your home fresher without requiring constant manual intervention.
Good Health & Well-being
2- Conduct a feasibility/impact assessment using the standard template and attach it below. How do you think this assessment will guide your design?
2- Conduct a feasibility/impact assessment using the standard template and attach it below. How do you think this assessment will guide your design?
Explain your impact assessment on those four pillars: social, economic, environmental, and natural resources. And, explain how this assessment will influence your project concept and goals.
3- Describe the project idea and general features. How would it work?
3- Describe the project idea and general features. How would it work?
How It Works:
Odor Detection: The system would include a gas sensor (like an ammonia sensor) that detects the buildup of smells in the litter box area. When it detects elevated levels of ammonia or other odor-causing compounds, the device activates the filtration system.
Air Purification: The device could have a small HEPA filter or an activated carbon filter that works to neutralize the odors. You can also incorporate a baking soda compartment to further absorb smells naturally.
Energy Efficiency: The purifier would only turn on when necessary to save power and could be solar-powered (if placed near a window with adequate sunlight) or USB rechargeable for low energy consumption.
Sustainability: Filters can be replaced periodically, but the system would be designed for longevity and low maintenance. You could even use eco-friendly or reusable filters.
Smart Features:
Notifications: Using a simple microcontroller (like an Arduino or ESP32), the device can connect to a smartphone app or send notifications via Wi-Fi when it detects a high odor level or when it's time for the filter to be replaced.
Interactive Feedback: The app could show you the history of odor levels in the litter box area, helping you track when cleaning might be necessary or if the system has been working properly.
Eco-Friendly Design: All materials used would be biodegradable or recyclable. You could also use plant-based air fresheners to enhance the deodorizing effect.
4- Sketch your project: You may use pen and paper or a simple sketching tool like Microsoft Paint or Photoshop
4- Sketch your project: You may use pen and paper or a simple sketching tool like Microsoft Paint or Photoshop
Project Planning
Project Planning
5- Describe the Technical Modules that your project consists of
5- Describe the Technical Modules that your project consists of
Construction Parts
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6- How will you use tools like the laser cutter and 3D printer with sustainable materials to make your project eco-friendly? What materials will you use, and why are they sustainable choices?
6- How will you use tools like the laser cutter and 3D printer with sustainable materials to make your project eco-friendly? What materials will you use, and why are they sustainable choices?
Describe how your project will leverage maker tools like laser cutters or 3D printers to reduce waste, and increase maintainability. Also, explain your choice of materials such as fabric, plastic filament, or recycled plastic sheets to support green innovation. Select materials with low environmental impact, and explain their relevance to your project.
7- Create a cardboard prototype of your project, demonstrating the project face as well as internal movements and mechanisms. Include a demo video and photos of the prototype.
7- Create a cardboard prototype of your project, demonstrating the project face as well as internal movements and mechanisms. Include a demo video and photos of the prototype.
8- Categorize your project’s User Features into: Minimum, Complete, and Nice-to-have features. List the required action and input components per feature.
8- Categorize your project’s User Features into: Minimum, Complete, and Nice-to-have features. List the required action and input components per feature.
Minimum Features: are the least amount of features that would demonstrate the coverage of all the technical modules and their complete integration
Complete Features: are the set of features that will complete your original project objective and vision
Nice-to-have Features: are the extra set of features that will make the project cooler, yet they need extra time, effort, and/or resources to finish
Minimum User Features
Example: automatic light control system - Turn the light on only when the surrounding area is dark and someone is present
Action: Relay
Sensing: LDR sensor & Microwave sensor
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9- How will you incorporate Arduino programming, sensors, and actuators to enhance the sustainability features of your project?
9- How will you incorporate Arduino programming, sensors, and actuators to enhance the sustainability features of your project?
Describe how you’ll use Arduino programming, along with sensors and actuators, to create functions that improve your project’s efficiency, reduce resource use, or monitor environmental impact.
10- What are the required electronic components and materials for the project?
10- What are the required electronic components and materials for the project?
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11- What are the project tasks and its time-frame?
11- What are the project tasks and its time-frame?
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